"Fair or unfair, the Dallas Cowboys new defensive coordinator already has a lot of pressure on him to succeed early. Despite being just 34 years old and a first-time DC, he's expected to help turn around what was arguably the worst defense in the league last season. He definitely has his work cut out for him and will need all the help he can get succeed."
"Blankenship has gone from an undrafted free agent to a three-year starter and captain with the Eagles in a short amount of time. He's a film junkie and has been lauded by his teammates and coaches for his attention to detail and willingness to mentor his teammates. In him, it's almost as if there's another coach on the field to turn to if/when needed."
Christian Parker, 34 and a first-time defensive coordinator, faces immediate pressure to improve a defense that ranked among the NFL's worst last season. Parker is assembling the remainder of his defensive coaching staff with authority from ownership to choose his assistants. The Cowboys need significant upgrades across almost every defensive position and must pursue free-agent help because the draft alone cannot address all roster needs. Parker will likely seek greater input on free-agent targets, with former Eagles safety Reed Blankenship cited as a potential acquisition. Blankenship developed from an undrafted free agent into a three-year starter, captain, film student, and on-field mentor who understands Vic Fangio's scheme.
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